Regular brushing and flossing are essential for optimal oral health. However, Black & Bass Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Lansdale reminds you that the bristles of your toothbrush can’t reach into every small groove and depression in your teeth, especially…
A veneer is a thin layer of dental ceramic tooth-colored restorative material, usually made of porcelain, which replaces some of the tooth’s enamel and is physically bonded to it. You might want to consider porcelain veneers: If your teeth are…
Nobody enjoys pain. Your Lansdale dentist knows this, and that is why the calm and patient-centered dental team at Black & Bass Cosmetic and Family Dentistry have made patient comfort a top priority. In conjunction with creating a relaxing environment, your…
Losing all of your teeth can be both physically and emotionally traumatic. Patients in this condition may need a period of transition from this loss to their permanent restoration. That’s the purpose of “immediate” dentures.
An imme…
Dental implants provide a number of advantages as a tooth replacement system, like durability and imperviousness to decay or gum disease. Bone naturally grows and attaches to the titanium posts, strengthening the attachment over time, and they don&rsq…
Gold is more than a financial commodity or a symbol of wealth — it’s one of the best materials for restoring damaged tooth crowns, the visible portion above the gum line. It’s extremely durable and can last for several decades if pro…
While periodontal disease can take on a variety of forms, most are caused by a thin layer of bacterial plaque called biofilm. This layer of plaque will form every 8-12 hours and sticks like glue to your teeth near the gum line. With time, tartar forma…
It’s often said that thereâ??s a first time for everything: Driving a car by yourself; getting your first “real” job; even… having a root canal?
Now don’t get us wrong — we’re not wishing that anyone should …
Dental implants are a popular and effective restoration for lost teeth, if there’s enough bone present to support the implant. That might not be the case, however, because without the stimulation of the lost tooth, the bone may dissolve (resorb)…
Our smiles are our “calling cards” for first impressions. When our front teeth are missing, chipped or otherwise damaged, it will certainly make an impression — and not a positive one. The good news is many aesthetic problems with front…
